Deputy Chief of Party – USAID Nepal e-Governance Activity

Deputy Chief of Party – USAID Nepal e-Governance Activity 

ECODIT is an international development firm working with governments, businesses, and local communities to advance environmentally and socially responsible development around the world. We provide technical assistance services ranging from quick-turnaround assessments and evaluations to design and implementation of long-term multi-million-dollar projects. Since its founding in 1993, ECODIT has provided professional services through more than 250 projects/contracts to diverse clients in more than 60 countries. Building on our track record of success, we have continuously expanded the depth and breadth of our expertise in the governance, water, energy, and environment sectors, and in such areas as private sector engagement (PSE), monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL), and inclusive development.

Responsibilities:

ECODIT is seeking a qualified Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) for the anticipated four-year USAID Nepal e-Governance Activity. The purpose of the Activity is to strengthen the e-Governance ecosystem of Nepal for equitable, accessible and quality service delivery to citizens. The Activity has following three objectives:

1. Objective 1: Identify, Develop, Implement, and Scale Up integrated e-Services
2. Objective 2: Skill building to Government of Nepal (GON) and private sector stakeholders to design, operate and maintain data platforms and e-Services
3. Objective 3: Enhance accessibility of e-Services in targeted locations

The DCOP will be based in Kathmandu, Nepal, and support the Chief of Party (COP) with day-to-day project management and administration. Specifically, the DCOP will:

• Contribute to the technical leadership, management, and direction of the activity, and fulfill the responsibilities of the COP in his/her absence;
• Ensure that project deliverables are technically sound, of high quality, delivered on time, and meet specifications as set forth by USAID or the COP;
• Manage and oversee technical and operational staff;
• Maintain productive relationships with USAID, governmental institutions, and local stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration, coordination, and engagement; and
• Contribute to program work planning, compliance, and operations.

Required Qualifications

• A Master’s degree, JD, or PhD in a relevant field (e.g., Data Management, Technology, Political Science, International Relations, Public or Business Administration); or Bachelor’s degree with five additional years of relevant work experience
• 10+ years of relevant work experience, including experience in managing and implementing projects focused on digital governance and the IT sector
• Experience managing complex contracts with similar size, complexity and scope, preferably in a COP or Deputy COP role
• Demonstrated strong operations, budgetary, compliance, and decision-making skills, and subcontract management skills
• Ability to coordinate and cooperate with a wide range of stakeholders including the Government of Nepal (GON), USAID, and other donor programs
• Strong management skills and ability to supervise and work with a range of technical staff and develop professional relationships with counterparts, stakeholders, and subcontractors
• Flexible and adaptive management capability with experience in adaptive management approaches in complex operating environments
• A solid grasp of the sensitivities and demands of an IT-intensive activity
• Fluency in digital literacy
• Understanding of the pathways for, and challenges to, impactful digital governance in Nepal
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills
• Fluency in Nepali

To apply, please send an updated resume/CV and cover letter in English through the “Our Jobs” section of the ECODIT website.  Applications will be received and reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants who fail to meet the application criteria may be disqualified. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

ECODIT provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are an applicant that requires a reasonable accommodation, please email us at recruiter@ecodit.com. Please reference the position in your email.

ECODIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status or characteristics. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.